© Gabinet Numizmatyczny D. Marciniak
© Gabinet Numizmatyczny D. Marciniak
Patagon - Albert and Isabella ND
| Silver (.875) | 27.9 g | 46 mm |
| Issuer | Duchy of Luxembourg (Luxembourg) |
|---|---|
| Duke | Albert of Austria (1598-1621) |
| Duchess | Isabella Clara Eugenia (1598-1621) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1616-1619 |
| Value | 1 Patagon (2.4) |
| Currency | Florin (1353-1713) |
| Composition | Silver (.875) |
| Weight | 27.9 g |
| Diameter | 46 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#337458 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Crowned arms surrounded by collar of the Golden Fleece.
Script: Latin
Lettering: ARCHID · AVST · DUCES · BVRG · ET · LVXENB ·
Unabridged legend: Archiduces AUstriae duces Burgundiae et Luxemburgiae
Translation: Archdukes of Austria, Dukes of Burgundy and Luxembourg
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Patagon coin is that it was minted during a time of great turmoil in Europe, particularly in the Low Countries, where the Dutch Revolt was taking place. Despite this, the coin still features the portrait of Albert and Isabella, who were the rulers of the Duchy of Luxembourg at the time. This shows that even during times of conflict, the production of currency and the representation of authority continued to be important.
